About Us

Elaine Padva, SPHR, CCP, is the principal of PADVA Associates…Human Resource Solutions based in Hillsdale, New Jersey. She works on her own and with associates to help companies manage their human resources more effectively. With 20 years of Corporate Human Resources experience, and more than 5 years as an independent consultant, Ms.Padva brings to all assignments a valued blend of professional expertise and practical application. Her dedication and straightforward approach, as well as strong commitment and personal attention to every project have earned her the trust and respect of clients and colleagues.

Elaine received a B.A. degree from S.U.N.Y. Binghamton and an M.A. degree from New York University. She is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) by the Human Resources Certification Institute, an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management, and as a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) by WorldatWork, the national association of compensation professionals.

Ms. Padva is a volunteer mentor with Women Unlimited, Inc. in their leadership development program, and has served as Vice President, Corporate Relations for the Bergen Chapter of the New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners. She is also a member of the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey, WorldatWork, and the local and national chapters of the Society for Human Resource Management.